Senior Education Project Leader – K-12 Design

AIA Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Perkins&Will in Austin is seeking a Senior Project Manager for K-12 education projects. You will lead all design phases, manage scope and budget, coordinate project teams, and maintain clear client communications to drive successful delivery.

You will oversee scope, fee, and services during marketing and contract development, monitor progress in Deltek, and mentor staff while ensuring compliance with codes and living design standards. A LEED GA and licensure are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or related field.
• 10-15 years: project management experience preferred.
• LEED GA within 6 months of hire is expected.
• Architectural or Interior Design license/certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of the design process with proficiency and adherence to firm standards.
• Manage all aspects of projects to ensure on-time, within-scope delivery and budget.
• Direct project teams, foster collaboration, and maintain clear client communication.
• Develop and validate project scope, fee, and budget during marketing and contract development.
• Communicate project information to clients and team.
• Oversee Deltek project management activities and documentation.
• Coordinate staffing with Operations Director and mentor staff.
• Mitigate risk and resolve issues to minimize liability.
• Review work for accuracy and compliance with the Project Delivery Manual.

Skills

BIM

Building codes

Site analysis

Preliminary design studies

Contract documents

Field measurements

Life safety requirements

Specifications

Construction contract administration

Project kickoff and closeout

Education

LEED GA within 6 months

Living Design accreditation

Architectural or Interior design license

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Tools

2D/3D production software

Revit

Conceptual modeling tools

MS Office / Adobe Suite

3D Printing & Laser cutting

InDesign & Photoshop

Vision/Deltek

PMTK

Job description

Perkins&Will in Austin is seeking a Senior Project Manager for K-12 education projects. You will lead all design phases, manage scope and budget, coordinate project teams, and maintain clear client communications to drive successful delivery.

You will oversee scope, fee, and services during marketing and contract development, monitor progress in Deltek, and mentor staff while ensuring compliance with codes and living design standards. A LEED GA and licensure are preferred.